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Two Truths and a Lie
Participants say two truths and one lie about themselves, others guess the lie. Encourages active listening and learning fun facts about others.
Speed Networking
Like speed dating, participants have a short time to introduce themselves to others, promoting rapid connections.
The Name Game
Each person takes turns saying their name with an adjective that starts with the same letter. Helps with name retention and adds a fun twist.
Business Card Bingo
Create a bingo card with various professional roles or experiences. Participants mingle to find people who match each square.
The Human Knot
Group stands in a circle, takes each other's hands, and then attempts to untangle the knot without releasing hands. Promotes teamwork and problem-solving.
Conversation Starters
Give out cards with interesting questions or topics to kickstart conversations. This can help participants dive into deeper dialogues quickly.
Find Your Match
Give each participant a piece of a famous duo or pair. Participants then have to find their 'match' during the event.
The Interview
Pair participants to interview each other for a few minutes, then share what they learned with the group. Fosters deep connections and attentiveness.
Would You Rather
Ask a series of 'Would you rather' questions to the group, prompting them to choose between two scenarios. It's a light-hearted way to share preferences and values.
Common Ground
Challenge participants to find something they all have in common. Facilitates initial bonding and finding shared interests or experiences.
Group Storytelling
Create a story together, with each person contributing a sentence. This can stimulate creativity and active participation.
What's Your Theme Song?
Participants choose a song they feel represents them and explain why. Allows sharing of personal interests and stimulates conversation about music tastes.
Emoji Introduction
Participants introduce themselves using only emojis to describe their job or personality, others have to guess the meaning.
Dream Vacation
Participants share where they would go on a dream vacation and why. Encourages sharing of personal aspirations and can reveal common interests.
The No Smiling Game
Challenge participants to make each other smile or laugh without smiling themselves. Enhances engagement and lightens the atmosphere.
Object Introductions
Everyone picks an object in their pocket or purse that has significance and explains its story. Offers insight into personal history and values.
Event Hashtag
Create a unique event hashtag and encourage participants to post photos or insights on social media with it. Facilitates online networking and event promotion.
Skill Swap
Participants share a skill they can offer and one they'd like to learn. Sparks mutual interest and the exchange of knowledge.
PechaKucha Introductions
Participants prepare short, visual presentations about themselves, following the PechaKucha format (20 slides, 20 seconds each). Encourages concise and creative self-expression.
The Art Gallery
Participants draw a picture that represents an aspect of their professional life, which others then view and discuss. Promotes visual thinking and storytelling.
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